Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) vs Antminer S19 XP Hyd
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) | Specification | Antminer S19 XP Hyd |
|---|---|---|
| 28.0 TH/s | Taux de hachage | 255.0 TH/s |
| 1,596 W | Consommation électrique | 5,304 W |
| 57.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 20.8 J/TH |
| — | Niveau de bruit | 50 dB |
| 7,000.0 kg | Weight | 13.1 kg |
| 5,446 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 18,097 BTU/hr |
| 28/100 | Home Mining Score | 44/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| SHA-256 | Algorithme | SHA-256 |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th)
Antminer S19 XP Hyd
Based on BTC price of $76,901 and current network difficulty as of May 18, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Weighing six performance factors, the Antminer S19 XP Hyd comes out ahead — it takes 5 of 6 (efficacité, hashrate, score de minage domestique, niveau sonore, rapport qualité-prix). Where it pulls away hardest is 811% more hashrate (28.0 vs 255.0 TH/s). The Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) claws back ground on consommation électrique. Review the detailed specs and profitability calculations above to determine which miner best fits your specific setup.
Spec Deltas
Stripped to the numbers, this is how far apart the Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) and Antminer S19 XP Hyd sit on each measurable spec:
- Antminer S19 XP Hyd 811% more hashrate (28.0 vs 255.0 TH/s)
- Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) 70% better power draw (1,596 vs 5,304 W)
- Antminer S19 XP Hyd 64% better efficacité (57.0 vs 20.8 J/TH)
- Antminer S19 XP Hyd 100% better weight (7,000.0 vs 13.1 kg)
- Antminer S19 XP Hyd 232% more heat output (5,446 vs 18,097 BTU/hr)
- Antminer S19 XP Hyd 57% more score de minage domestique (28.0 vs 44.0)
Cost & ROI Over Time
Sticker price versus what the miner actually earns back: the table below projects cumulative net profit at a $0.10/kWh electricity rate.
| Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) | Metric | Antminer S19 XP Hyd |
|---|---|---|
| $5,599 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $6,500 |
| -$2.84 | Daily net profit | -$3.71 |
| -$6,635 | Net after 1 year | -$7,853 |
| -$7,672 | Net after 2 years | -$9,205 |
| -$8,708 | Net after 3 years | -$10,558 |
| Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit) | Payback period | Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit) |
Projections assume continuous operation, a flat $0.10/kWh rate, and no hardware degradation, pool fees, or BTC price change. Real-world ROI varies.
Best For...
Best for Profitability
TieBoth miners produce similar daily profit.
Best for Home Mining
Antminer S19 XP HydScore: 44/100. 50 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Antminer S19 XP Hyd20.8 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) vs Antminer S19 XP Hyd: which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) is more profitable at $-2.84/day compared to $-3.71/day for the Antminer S19 XP Hyd. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) or Antminer S19 XP Hyd?
The Antminer S19 XP Hyd is quieter at 50 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
For mining at home, should I pick the Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) or the Antminer S19 XP Hyd?
The Antminer S19 XP Hyd scores 44/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 28/100 for the Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th)). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) vs Antminer S19 XP Hyd: how much does the efficiency gap matter?
The Bitmain Antminer S15 (28Th) runs at 57.0 J/TH while the Antminer S19 XP Hyd runs at 20.8 J/TH — a difference of 36.2 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 64% better efficacité (57.0 vs 20.8 J/TH).